Senior Optical Engineer

Date Posted

2024-03-28

Country

United States of America

Location

TX190: 2501 West University, McKinney 2501 West University , McKinney, TX, 75070 USA

Position Role Type

Onsite

The Optics and Lasers Technology Development (OLTD) department at Raytheon supports our customers' missions by providing advanced Electro-Optical / Infrared (EO/IR) and Laser products and solutions. Our organization helps drive the success of Raytheon's programs across all phases of the product lifecycle, from initial concept through design, development, integration, production and sell-off. By joining the OLTD Engineering team, you will have the opportunity to design, test, and deliver product capabilities for precision EO/IR and High Energy Laser systems which provide situational awareness and a tactical advantage for our customers.

The qualified Optical Engineer will be responsible for applying their knowledge and experience in optics or lasers to support the hardware design, analysis, integration and testing of advanced imaging telescopes, spectrometers, high energy lasers, LADARs and special test equipment. The ideal candidate will be capable of performing critical opto-mechanical alignments, assisting with optical design tasks such as modeling, simulation and tolerancing, assembling optical and laser diagnostic test equipment, testing and troubleshooting laser and optical assemblies, and supporting product tests and demonstrations.

The OLTD team at Raytheon is a diverse group of innovators, creators and strategists drawing inspiration from each other every day. The team collaborates, iterates, and executes with an eye toward inclusivity, the company mission and personal career growth.

Explore our opportunities today and join us!

Required Education and Experience

The qualified candidate will have either

Bachelor of Science Degree in an Engineering, Science, or other related field with 5 or more years of on-the-job experience related to optical or laser technologies, OR

MS / MA degree with a major in Engineering, Science, or other related field with 3 or more years of on-the-job experience related to optical or laser technologies, OR

Ph.D. degree in Engineering or Science with an emphasis on optical or laser technologies

Required Skills

A demonstrated knowledge of optics, lasers, electromagnetic propagation, and laser and optical materials and effects

Hands-on experience with optics or lasers including error analysis.

Ability to take ownership of tasks and work in a dynamic environment

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Desired Skills

Experience with Zemax, Code V, and FRED

Experience with mechanical design processes

3D Hardware modeling

Experience with high power lasers

Experience handling and splicing optical fibers

Experience with imaging optical systems

EO/IR system development

Existing security clearance

Leadership experience

Additional Requirements

U.S. Citizenship required as the applicant must have the ability to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance within the first year after start date

Must be able to work Full-Time Onsite at our McKinney, TX location

What's in it for you

Raytheon ranked #35 on LinkedIn's 50 Top Companies in 2023

Flexible work schedules, possibilities for remote work, one-week paid company shut down in December

Our advanced sensors, cyber services and software solutions help provide a decisive advantage to civil, military, and commercial customers in more than 30 countries

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

Employee Referral Award Eligibility: Only employees currently within RMD and RI&S have the potential to receive a Referral Award for submitting a referral to RMD and RI&S roles. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the Referral Awarding.

The salary range for this role is 77,000 USD - 163,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.